Mckenzie River Flow Today
As of October 23, 2026 at 1:10 AM, the Mckenzie River is flowing at 1,740 cfs near Coburg, OR — 56% of normal for the date and down 2% in 24 hours. 8 of 8 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 114 to 1,740 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Mckenzie River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Coburg, the Mckenzie River is running 1,740 cfs — 56% of normal, down 2% since yesterday. Along the river, 6 of 8 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 71% of normal).
Highest against normal: Walterville at 113%. Lowest: Vida at 54%.
Paddlers: 5 of 5 runs on the Mckenzie River with a live range are in range.
How the Mckenzie River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Outlet Of Clear Lake3,020 ft 114 cfs57%
- Payne Creek2,102 ft 190 cfs100%
- Belknap Springs1,988 ft 536 cfs84%
- Vida861 ft 1,650 cfs54%
- Leaburg Dam702 ft 1,670 cfs87%
- Walterville596 ft 1,640 cfs113%
- Hayden Branch467 ft 1,570 cfs58%
- Coburg396 ft 1,740 cfs56%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Mckenzie River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (71%).
Mckenzie River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mckenzie River At Outlet Of Clear Lake OR
Oct 23, 12:30 AM · USGS 14158500 |
114 cfs | 57% | 0% | 0.77 ft | · | 3,020 ft |
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Mckenzie River Below Payne Creek OR
Oct 23, 12:00 AM · USGS 14158740 |
190 cfs | 100% | 0% | 2094.17 ft | · | 2,102 ft |
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Mckenzie River Below Trail Branch Dam Near Belknap Springs OR
Oct 23, 12:30 AM · USGS 14158850 |
536 cfs | 84% | 0% | 6.10 ft | · | 1,988 ft |
|
Mckenzie River Near Vida OR
Oct 23, 1:15 AM · USGS 14162500 |
1,650 cfs | 54% | 0% | 0.86 ft | 10.1 ft below | 861 ft |
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Mckenzie River Below Leaburg Dam OR
Oct 23, 12:30 AM · USGS 14163150 |
1,670 cfs | 87% | 0% | 4.29 ft | · | 702 ft |
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Mckenzie River Near Walterville OR
Oct 23, 12:45 AM · USGS 14163900 |
1,640 cfs | 113% | -1% | 1.73 ft | · | 596 ft |
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Mckenzie River Above Hayden Branch OR
Oct 23, 12:15 AM · USGS 14164900 |
1,570 cfs | 58% | 0% | 52.69 ft | · | 467 ft |
|
Mckenzie River Near Coburg OR
Oct 23, 1:10 AM · USGS 14165500 |
1,740 cfs | 56% | -2% | 6.90 ft | · | 396 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Paddle runs on the Mckenzie River
5 of 5 runs are in range right now. Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Below Cougar Dam To Confluence With Mckenzie River Gauge: Vida |
In range | 1,650 cfs | 600–12,000 cfs | II–IV |
| Mckenzie River Seg A Gauge: Vida |
In range | 1,650 cfs | 600–12,000 cfs | III–IV |
| Mckenzie River Seg B Gauge: Leaburg Dam |
In range | 1,670 cfs | 900–2,000 cfs | III–IV |
| North Fork Gate Creek Gauge: Vida |
In range | 1,650 cfs | 600–12,000 cfs | III–IV |
| South Fork Gate Creek Gauge: Vida |
In range | 1,650 cfs | 600–12,000 cfs | III–IV |
Dams & reservoirs on the Mckenzie River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Mckenzie River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Mckenzie River
The McKenzie River is a tributary of the Willamette River located in Oregon, stretching for approximately 90 miles. The river was named after Scottish-Canadian explorer Donald McKenzie, who first discovered the river in 1812. The McKenzie River is renowned for its clear water and pristine environment, making it a popular recreational destination for fishing, rafting, and hiking. The river also has several hydroelectric dams, including Cougar, Blue River, and Trail Bridge Reservoirs, which provide electricity to the surrounding areas. Aside from its recreational and energy uses, the McKenzie River is also crucial for irrigation, particularly for farming in the Willamette Valley. The river is home to a variety of fish species, including trout and salmon, and has been a conservation focus for many organizations.
About the Mckenzie River
How is the Mckenzie River flowing right now?
As of October 23, 2026, the Mckenzie River is flowing at 1,740 cfs near Coburg, OR, about 56% of normal for the date. Across its 8 USGS gauges, current flows range from 114 to 1,740 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Mckenzie River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Mckenzie River is at 71% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Mckenzie River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Vida (11.0 ft), . The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Mckenzie River runnable for paddling today?
5 of 5 paddle runs are in range right now. Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.